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News from IMO, the UN agency leading international efforts to promote safer shipping on cleaner oceans.
IMO Secretary-General Arsenio Dominguez has welcomed the release of the crew of the MV Galaxy Leader, after more than a year in captivity.

Full Statement here: tinyurl.com/2h4fm8aw
#RedSea
January 23, 2025 at 10:03 AM
IMO launches Regional Presence Office for the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region during a ceremony held in the historic maritime city of Alexandria, Egypt.
Full story: tinyurl.com/3m7p74z7
#MaritimeCooperation
January 21, 2025 at 2:59 PM
🌍 Today marks the launch of the 2025 International Year of Glaciers’ Preservation! ❄️ A perfect moment to spotlight IMO’s work in polar regions and the upcoming Polar Maritime Seminar, focusing on environmental protection and more. tinyurl.com/5xwmrz3c
#Glaciers2025
January 21, 2025 at 10:24 AM
Dark fleet, #decarbonization and geopolitical pressures remain top maritime focus areas in 2025.

Read full press briefing here: tinyurl.com/4jx2x7s2
January 16, 2025 at 11:45 AM
IMO Secretary-General Arsenio Dominguez went back to school to speak with children about the importance of protecting the ocean 🌊 and to launch the #WorldMaritimeDay theme for 2025:
"Our Ocean, Our Obligation, Our Opportunity".

🎥Watch the full video here: tinyurl.com/5n8m55zx
January 13, 2025 at 4:35 PM
This week, the Sub-Committee on #ShipDesign & Construction meets at IMO to address key issues, including, Emergency Towing Arrangements, safe return to port for passenger ships, #UnderwaterNoise and more.

Read the SG’s full opening remarks here: tinyurl.com/4kb2jc2k
January 13, 2025 at 10:59 AM
New year, new platform, new theme! 🌊 “Our Ocean, Our Obligation, Our Opportunity” is the #WorldMaritimeDay theme for 2025. 🌍 Join us in protecting the marine environment & managing ocean resources sustainably.
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January 7, 2025 at 10:59 AM